Delizia Catalana (catalan Delight)

Delizia Catalana is a traditional dessert from the Catalan region of Spain. This creamy and delicious dessert is a perfect way to end a meal on a sweet note.

Delizia Catalana (catalan Delight)

Ingredients

  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 lemon peel
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until well combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little bit of milk to create a slurry.
  3. In the saucepan with the egg mixture, add the remaining milk, cinnamon stick, and lemon peel. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  4. Once the mixture begins to thicken, add the cornstarch slurry and continue to cook until the mixture reaches a pudding-like consistency.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Divide the mixture into serving dishes and let it cool in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
8g
Protein
4g

Supplies

Saucepan Whisk Bowls Serving dishes

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Delizia Catalana chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or fresh berries.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to stir the mixture constantly while cooking to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth consistency.

Cost

$5